I thank the gentleman for withdrawing the amendment. As the gentleman is aware, the bill before the House today includes $175 million to support the operation of NOAA's research vessels. This amount is the same as the request--a $5 million increase above the enacted level. We will take a look at it, and I appreciate the gentleman raising it. We will stay with him as we go to conference.
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